Strategic Foresight
Strategic foresight methods
To ensure that what is learnt in the modules can be directly applied, we use strategic foresight. In practical exercises, participants learn methods for exploring possible future scenarios, deriving options for action and shaping a desirable future.
Traditional problem-solving methods often reach their limits in times of increasing uncertainty. In contrast, strategic foresight methods offer a structured approach to systematically develop different future scenarios and to identify emerging trends and potential disruptions at an early stage. This makes it possible to derive opportunities and risks, identify the need for action and develop strategic measures.
Thanks to the partnership with the Foresight Competence Centre at the Fraunhofer Institute, the Executive Programme is linked to leading applied research in the field of strategic foresight. Dr Simone Kimpeler teaches participants proven research-based methods for horizon scanning and sensemaking, Delphi surveys, scenario building, roadmapping and visioning. Their application helps executives to navigate through the complexity of uncertain future developments, to question future assumptions and to recognise opportunities and risks at an early stage.
With our holistic strategic foresight approach, organisations can recognise change earlier, better understand the associated opportunities and risks and thus sustainably strengthen their own future viability and resilience as well as that of their stakeholders.
Dr. Simone Kimpeler
Head of the Competence Centers Foresight, Fraunhofer ISI
Advantages of the Foresight Method
Structured Approach
The Straregic Foresight Methods provide a structured approach for the systematic development of different future scenarios.
Early Detection
It helps identify emerging trends and potential disruptions early on.
Integration of Data
By combining current data with assumptions about the future, companies can better understand the future business environment.
Proactive Strategies
Companies can develop strategies to respond flexibly and proactively to changes.
Strengthening Innovation Capabilities
The methods support leaders in enhancing their ability to innovate and adapt to rapidly changing market conditions.
Maximizing Opportunities
Companies can better handle uncertainties, minimize risks, and seize new opportunities through technological or societal developments.
Understandinng Complex Systems
Strategic Foresight methods promote the understanding of complex systems.
Organizational Resilience
The methods strengthen not only the future-readiness and resilience of companies but also of their stakeholders and society as a whole.
Deeper Understanding
It creates a deeper understanding of possible futures and expands the range of actionable options.
The foresight sessions are organised in cooperation with the leading European Fraunhofer Institute.
